ZIP 76708 (Waco, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 76708: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in McLennan County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.8 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How McLennan County compares with Texas
McLennan County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where McLennan County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | McLennan County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 94.8 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 1.5× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.8 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 32% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.58 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.3% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.2% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.0% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 12% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 15.2% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 27.0% | 27.0% | 24.8% | same |
McLennan County has lower values than Texas for deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in ZIP 76708: I-35 deadliest road: 14 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 76708 since 2015.
Overview
McLennan County has recorded 2,988 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,754 people injured and 79 killed.
That averages about 1 truck crash a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is May with 9.4% of truck crashes; the quietest is December at 6.5%.
November through March accounts for 40.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.8% in Texas.
More truck crashes happen at 1–2 pm than at any other hour (7.9%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.2% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in Texas.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-35 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (14). It is followed by US-84 (4), SR-6 (2) and SR-340 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 37 crashes, 1.2% of the total, against 1.1% across Texas.
Their busiest month is July, with 24% of garbage-truck crashes.
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 0.0, vs 2.8 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 76708 fleets
- Plan May schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in McLennan County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-35; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in July; review collection routes for that month.
- 2.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Texas; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
About the data
This report uses the FMCSA crash file (reported crashes of trucks over 10,000 lb) and NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes). It reports the numbers without guessing at reasons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in McLennan County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 14 |
| US-84 | 4 |
| SR-6 | 2 |
| SR-340 | 1 |
| US-6 | 1 |
| US-77 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (McLennan County) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 116 |
| Bellmead Dr | 42 |
| Franklin Ave | 27 |
| Jack Kultgen Expy | 23 |
| Imperial Dr | 18 |
| S Interstate 35 Hwy | 18 |
| N Interstate 35 Hwy | 17 |
| Bagby Ave | 15 |
ZIP 76708 at a glance
| Population | 27,790 |
| Density | 223 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $68,856 |
| Median home value | $215,324 |
| Home ownership | 70% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in McLennan County since the 1990s
Combines the FMCSA crash file (all reported truck crashes, real coverage from about 1990) with NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes involving a large truck, 1982–2024).
| Decade | Truck crashes / yr | Change | Fatal crashes / yr (FARS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 130 | — | 4.9 |
| 2000s | 179 | +38% | 5.0 |
| 2010s | 231 | +29% | 5.6 |
| 2020s | 269 | +16% | 4.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 130 a year in the 1990s and 269 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 6.2 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 4.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 76708
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 76708?
Since 2015, 2,988 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in McLennan County (1,754 injured, 79 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 76708?
Since 2015, I-35 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 76708: 14.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 76708?
The worst month is May: 9.4% of truck crashes in McLennan County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 76708?
37 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in McLennan County since 2015, 1.2% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 76708 compared with Texas?
The yearly rate is 94.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in McLennan County, vs 62.9 for Texas.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 76708?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.